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What Is The History Of The Marchman Act?
Prior to October 1, 1993 substance abuse was addressed by chapters 396 and 397. Chapter 396 was primarily concerned with alcoholism while chapter 397, was more concerned with drug dependency. As of October 1st, 1993, the new chapter 397, called...
What Can The Marchman Act Accomplish?
The Florida Marchman Act, if implemented correctly, can allow anyone to obtain court orders via the Marchman Act compelling a substance-impaired individual to obtain an assessment, stabilization (detox), and long term treatment. It is not always clear when a loved...
Who Can File The Marchman Act?
The Petition must be filed in the County where the respondent is physically located. Residency is NOT a requirement. If the person upon whose behalf the petition is being filed is an adult, a petition for involuntary assessment and stabilization...
What Are Some Of The Possible Timing Factors?
It should be noted that the Marchman Act relies heavily on many external factors that can hinder the speed and probability of success for the average petitioner not represented by an attorney (pro se petitioner). While a petitioner may want...